1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1992 Maserati Shamal is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
Model | Minx | Shamal |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |